Assistant Head of Academics

Job overview

The Assistant Head of Academics role is onsite at Freire Charter Middle School in Philadelphia, PA. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes a competitive compensation package. The role supports grades 5–8 at a school focused on college preparation and academic achievement for students from historically underserved communities. Reporting to the Head of School, the Assistant Head of Academics partners with school leadership and instructional staff to improve the instructional program and student outcomes. The role supports curriculum alignment, teacher coaching, data-driven instruction, testing, and academic interventions to promote rigorous, engaging classrooms and equitable outcomes.

What you'll do

• Support and execute the school’s academic vision
• coach and develop teachers through observations, feedback, and data-driven meetings
• lead and facilitate professional learning communities
• drive assessment analysis, progress monitoring, and action planning
• coordinate state and internal testing
• partner on MTSS-aligned academic interventions
• ensure curriculum alignment and support unit and lesson planning.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

assistant head of academics

academic leadership

instructional coaching

curriculum alignment

data-driven instruction

teacher development

middle school

grades 5–8

philadelphia pa

freire schools

college preparatory

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution for Pennsylvania employees
• professional development.

About the employer

Freire Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.